Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Las Palmitas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Palmitas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Las Palmitas Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Palmitas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Palmitas Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3566 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Palmitas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Palmitas Elementary School is ranked #3566 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmitas Elementary School?
568 students attend Las Palmitas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Las Palmitas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Palmitas Elementary School?
Las Palmitas Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmitas Elementary School offer ?
Las Palmitas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Las Palmitas Elementary School part of?
Las Palmitas Elementary School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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